Whites That Mean Business
Fresh enough for summer. Interesting enough to pretend you know what “saline minerality” means.
A lineup of white wines ranging from crisp and zesty to textured and wildly sophisticated — perfect for long lunches, seafood feasts, and replying “absolutely” when someone asks if you’d like another glass.
- Du Toitskloof Quest Old Vine Chenin Blanc
Nose: Ripe pear, yellow apple, honey and citrus blossom.
Palate: Rich yet fresh with stone fruit, subtle minerality and textured old vine depth.
Food Pairing: Roast chicken, creamy pasta or grilled seafood.
Humour Level: Chenin Blanc once again proving it can do absolutely everything.
- Niel Joubert Reserve Grenache Blanc
Nose: White peach, citrus peel and delicate floral notes.
Palate: Fresh and textured with bright acidity, stone fruit and a clean mineral finish.
Food Pairing: Grilled fish, summer salads or goat’s cheese.
Humour Level: Effortlessly cool without needing to mention it’s “limited release.”
- Plaisir Wine Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Nose: Gooseberry, passionfruit and freshly cut grass.
Palate: Crisp and lively with tropical fruit and refreshing citrus acidity.
Food Pairing: Oysters, sushi, salads or poolside afternoons.
Humour Level: The bottle that disappears suspiciously fast.
- Van Loveren Christiena Heritage Range Chardonnay
Nose: Citrus, ripe peach, vanilla and toasted nuts.
Palate: Smooth and layered with creamy texture, subtle oak and balanced freshness.
Food Pairing: Roast chicken, creamy seafood or mushroom risotto.
Humour Level: Rich enough to impress, approachable enough to finish.
- Lourens Family Wines Lindi Carien
(52% Chenin Blanc, 27% Verdelho, 13% Colombar, 5% Grenache Blanc, 3% Palomino)
Nose: Citrus blossom, dried herbs, peach and saline minerality.
Palate: Energetic and textured with layered fruit, savoury complexity and bright acidity.
Food Pairing: Tapas, grilled prawns or hard cheeses.
Humour Level: The wine equivalent of someone who owns excellent records and says “trust me.”
- Newton Johnson Albariño
Nose: Lime zest, white flowers and fresh nectarine.
Palate: Crisp, vibrant and mineral-driven with subtle coastal salinity.
Food Pairing: Seafood, sushi, calamari or beach lunches that become dinner.
Humour Level: Basically a sea breeze with alcohol.
